Volunteer

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Join our dedicated team of volunteers and immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of nature at the Botanic Gardens and State Herbarium.

Please note * We are currently at capacity for volunteer roles with the Botanic Gardens and State Herbarium of South Australia. 

All new applications via our volunteers portal will be added to the waiting list and we will contact you at the time when new positions become available and New Volunteer Information Sessions are scheduled. New positions are not likely to be available until May 2025.

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Museum of Economic Botany

The Museum of Economic Botany offers volunteers the opportunity to support the valuable cultural collections and temporary art exhibitions.

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Education

Our education volunteers support programs for school students, children and family groups at the Adelaide Botanic Garden.

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Horticulture

Our horticulture volunteers support staff undertaking garden maintenance work in the garden.

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Science and conservation

The Science and Conservation program undertakes diverse activities to conserve flora and support management of natural resources in South Australia.

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